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Top 5 Flat Panel Computer Monitors

Nina Ghosh Konar — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 16:00:34 +0000

Those who have to put in long hours of work regularly staring at their desktop screen can well appreciate the value of flat panel computer monitors. Not only its anti-glare feature helps in arresting eye strain to a great extent, a quality flat panel monitor can be a big energy saver and money saver as well. There are also other benefits of a flat panel computer monitor – better image clarity, more desk space, etc.

Top 5 Flat Panel Computer Monitors
When it comes to selecting the best 5 flat panel computer monitors, quality (contrast ratio, resolution and brightness) and looks play an important role. But before zeroing on a particular monitor, make sure that you carefully carry out your own research to find the best one that suits your need.

Samsung 2233SW 23-Inch Full HD Widescreen Flat Panel LCD Monitor

Its distinctive delicate design and rich piano finish can be a great addition to any modern home. Apart from its great look, the monitor features 1920×1080 full HD resolution, which is an impressive resolution available at this price. Its 5ms response time and 15,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio produces crystal clear and detailed motion video. Its aspect ratio control allows for distortion free image.

HP LP2275w 22-Inch Widescreen LCD Monitor

A truly premier-performance business monitor, ideal for designers and other workstation users. Its 1000:1 dynamic contrast ratio, 1680×1050 image resolution and 92% color gamut can carry out video, graphics and data projects with great distinction. Plus, its wide viewing angle is a definite plus for enjoying great movie and gaming experience. The monitor also offers wide screen rotation with screen height adjustment, screen pivoting and tilting. A smart buy if you consider its fantastic performance, complete set of ergonomic features and attractive price.

Dell E2009W 20-Inch Wide Screen Flat Panel Monitor

If you want great multimedia experience together with comfortable viewing, the Dell monitor could be just perfect. On a single screen, you can run multiple applications simultaneously without any difficulty. The monitor also includes in-built Video Graphics Array (VGA) port and Digital Visual Interface (DVI) port for excellent image quality and color consistency.

Dell Professional P2010H 20-Inch Flat Panel Monitor

Another excellent monitor from Dell, ideal for professionals who need to work on multipe windows simultaneously. Its 10000:1 dynamic contrast ratio produces crisp text, sharper images, outstanding color saturation and great picture details. Its other important features include – four high-speed USB 2.0 ports, 5 ms response time, and versatile VGA and DGI/HDCP connectivity. Its adjustable stand allows you to fix the monitor according to your comfortable height and position by using – height, tilt, swivel and pivot features.

Samsung T220HD Touch of Color 22-Inch Flat Panel LCD HDTV Monitor

Its sleek look together with bright and clear picture quality could charm majority of the buyers. The flat panel monitor from Samsung features 10,000:1 dynamic contrast ratio which produces deeper black and whiter whites even in adverse lighting conditions. The monitor also includes full HD 1080p digital HDTV tuner.

With options for both home and office, a new flat panel monitor is a perfect – and practical – holiday gift. Reward your employees with an improved work station or surprise your family with an updated screen for movies and gaming – they won’t be disappointed!

Guest Blogger: Nina Ghosh Konar

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Top 5 Electronics Items for Black Friday Shopping

John — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 19:38:55 +0000

With Black Friday just 4 days away, it’s time to get yourself in shopping mode and prepare for all the savings that will be offered by retail stores. It can be quite a hectic experience considering all the stores and product selections that are available, but as long as you plan accordingly and determine your must-have items, everything should go smoothly. In addition to our Black Friday Deals and Shopping Tips, here is a guide highlighting the top 5 electronics items to watch out for this upcoming Black Friday 2009.

LCD HDTV: These items used to cost an arm and a leg several years back, but with the emergence of LED TV technology, LCD HDTVs have become more affordable than ever. Now, you can upgrade your viewing experience and enjoy remarkable picture quality at a fraction of what they used to cost. Whether you’re looking for a 22″ or 40″ LCD HDTV, expect a great selection of brands and sizes during Black Friday.

Digital Photo Frame: Replace those old photo frames with a digital photo frame that will create a slideshow of all your photos. Simply load your photos in the digital photo frame via memory card and watch as several of your photos become revealed.

Digital Camera: No matter the price, digital cameras are always going to be a wise investment. It’s a convenient item that allows you to capture all of life’s special moments to cherish forever. If you still own a camera with less than 8 megapixels, consider upgrading to a 10 or 12 megapixel digital camera for sharper and clearer photographs. If you’re really big on photography as a hobby, many stores will also be offering deals on DSLR cameras.

Video Games and Game Consoles: Great for all the avid video game enthusiasts, certain video games and game consoles will be available at discounted prices. For your convenience, watch for deals that include games and the console as a bundle deal.

Storage Device: To store all your important files, storage devices like external hard drives and USB flash drives are always great for backup memory. Expect 1 TB (terabyte) external hard drives to be a must-have for many consumers this Black Friday.

To see all the available deals and ads, check out our Black Friday page for a list of the items that are being offered by many retail stores.

-John

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Hard Drive Camcorders to Capture the Holidays

Katie — Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:23:48 +0000

Some of my favorite family home videos from my childhood are from this time of year. Whether we watch ourselves obsess over opening THE toy of the season or cry hysterically while sitting on Santa’s lap, the holidays bring some of the best memories that I love to look back on. Personally I think videos are the best way to relive the good old days, so every family should own a video camera to capture all of the precious moments. The only problem comes when sorting through countless tapes and mini discs, as well as worrying about them losing quality. Solution: a hard drive camcorder. These have internal memory storage so your videos will be saved to the device itself, which you can then load onto your computer and create plenty of backup copies. Amazing? Yes.

I think the Flip UltraHD is my favorite because it is so compact and easy to use. It’s tiny and thin, basically the size of a regular digital camera. The design of the camera is a little unconventional so it might not be the best for long term usage, but it’s perfect for on-the-go use since you can easily throw it in your bag. It also has a built in USB connector so you can plug it into your computer and instantly upload it without spending time searching for the cord.

The JVC GZMG630 Everio Digital Camcorder series is another compact hard drive option that weighs less than a pound and comes in silver, red and blue. It has 60GB of video storage and records in high definition so it can play back vividly with 1920×1080 pixel resolution. This one is built more like a regular video camera so it might be more comfortable for long-term use, and has some fancier features like 20x optical zoom and Auto Illumi Light for low-light areas.

If you’re already set with a video camcorder for your family, I guarantee that someone on your holiday shopping list would love to unwrap one on Christmas morning!

-Katie

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Discount Shopping with Dell Deals

John — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 18:49:36 +0000

For anyone in the market for the latest electronics, check back daily on our Dell Deals page for discounts on laptops, desktop PCs, and a wide variety of other gadgets.

On Monday, November 16, get $100 off of the Nokia 5800 XpressMusic Unlocked Smartphone for a final price of $269.99 This smartphone has internet, photo, and music capabilities for both business and leisure. It features a 16:9 high-definition widescreen for a truly remarkable viewing experience and even 35 hours of music playback. Use it for work to handle important business while you’re on the go and take it with you to the gym to listen to your favorite music while working out. Coupled with a 3.2 megapixel camera, this smartphone essentially has all the valuable features you need to get the job done.

On Tuesday, November 17, get 33% off of the Dell Latitude E5400 laptop that will give you a discounted price of $579. With this Dell laptop’s 9-cell battery, it provides you up to 6 hours of battery life. Now, you can work in the classroom, library, or even on your bed without having the hassle of using an outlet and charging cord. Its system details include a 14.1″ widescreen LCD panel, 2GB of DDR2 memory, a 120GB encrypted hard drive, an Intel Core 2 Duo processor, and other valuable tech specs.

On Wednesday, November 18, save $100 when you purchase the Dell4610X Plus Mainstream Projector. This Dell projector is ideal for the office during those Monday meetings that include presentations from management. It features split screen and wireless capability for all the convenience you need to get the job done at work. With a weight of a little over 6 lbs., it can easily be taken from room to room and even be mounted on the wall.

With the holidays coming up, you may want to jump on these deals immediately!

-John

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Electronics Savings from Dell Deals

John — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 16:30:09 +0000

With the holiday shopping season coming up, it’s time to get into the generous spirit and spend some of those hard-earned dollars on family and friends. To save on the hottest products, check out Dell Deals for discounts on products like laptops, desktop PCs, and other electronics.

On November 12, get a blue 8GB Microsoft Zune mp3 player, Zune Car Pack, and leather case for $89.99. That is a tremendous savings of 57% off of its original list price. Whether you’re a college student who needs to listen to music to pass the time by in between classes, or a professional who needs entertainment during the long commute, the Zune mp3 player and car pack will surely come in handy. The 8GB Zune can store up to 2,000 songs and 25,000 pictures, so not only can you listen to music, but save all of life’s moments conveniently.

On November 13, for all the photography and art fanatics, receive 20% off of the Canon PowerShot SX120 IS 10 megapixel digital camera for a price of $199. This Canon digital camera will provide you with quality images that can arguably be compared to DSLR quality. It features a 3-inch LCD screen, Auto functionality, a 10x optical zoom, and many other great technical features for superb photos for even novice photographers.

-John

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5 Best USB Gadgets Money Can Buy

Desiree — Wed, 11 Nov 2009 19:27:55 +0000

To be honest, this stuff isn’t cheap, yet not ridiculously expensive. But if you have the dosh (cash), the following recommendations are truly the best USB gadgets that money can buy today.

1) The Largest Flash Drive Ever
If you absolutely must have the largest flash drive and have $400 to spare, the Corsair Flash Voyager GT is for you. With 128GB capacity and close to 30MB read/write transfer rate, the shock-proof and splash-proof thumbdrive housed in Corsair’s signature rubber coating colored red and black is as fast as it is rugged. Last but not least it comes with the ten years of warranty that people come to expect at this price.

2) 8-channel Audio Gaming Headset
Gaming headsets are great only if they are comfortable, comes with positional audio boom stick that actually works, and plays nice with AAA title games. Razar Megalodon can easily meet these requirements if you don’t mind the price tag, at $150 MSRP. Its circumaural pads covered in breathable fabric and the overall lightweight design helps to alleviate pressure exerted on a gamer’s ears and neck. As a self-contained 8-channel USB audio, all the positional audio is handled through the headset’s firmware, and the benefits are twofold: no CPU hog and driver-free installation. Expensive as it maybe, the Megalodon is by far the best USB gaming headset.

3) Fireproof External Drive
Your external hard drives may come equipped with state of the art hardware encryption and even an extremely durable chassis, but nothing can safeguard your data against fire and water. Here’s where the ioSafe Solo USB External Hard Drive comes in handy. The 15 lb. (!) external USB storage can survive 30 minutes of flame and up to 3 days of immersion in water without skipping a byte. ioSafe didn’t go into details of the physical protection measures, but at $330 for the 1TB (the drive is integrated into the unit), we bet the rich paranoids you know might be interested in this ultimate backup system.

4) A Mind Blowing Keyboard
Pro-gamers and WoW fans are all aware of the importance of a good keyboard. It’s been several years since the first gamer keyboard debuted, and now Logitech has apparently made the best one (yet). The Logitech G19 is totally out of this world with a color GamePanel LCD, 20 G-keys, multi-color LED backlighting and support for six simultaneous keystrokes. The LCD itself is designed to serve up bit-sized chunks of info like game scores, but different applets have surfaced to support YouTube, RSS reader, media players and CPU/memory monitor. The G19 is definitely worth dropping two Benjamins.

5) Rock Solid TV Tuner for Mac
Getting jitter-clear digital HDTV on your Mac requires a tuner with top notch hardware quality. The El Gato EyeTV Hybrid is a USB TV dongle that delivers rock solid stability and user-friendly EPG / PVR software bundle. Combined with fast channel switching, ability to lock onto low-signal ATSC stations and tight integration with iTunes, the EyeTV is a sound investment for mouse potatoes with a loose budget.

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Watch Netflix on Your PlayStation 3 with Free Streaming Disc

Desiree — Tue, 10 Nov 2009 18:22:37 +0000

I just received an email directly from Netflix saying that they are extending their fabulous service to those people who own a PlayStation 3.

Since many of us already have a PlayStation 3, this news is great! Especially for me who has been holding out to buy a Netflix streaming system till Christmas.

Now Netflix users can stream High Definition and Blu-Ray movies with the internet connected PlayStation 3 gaming console we already have plus and this free disc. Simply log into your Netflix account and request your disc. Even the most basic unlimited Netflix plans (less than $10) include this streaming feature!

This deal is also fantastic for those of you who are looking for Christmas gifts for a college student, a movie buff or stay at home mom; a PlayStation 3 with a Netflix gift membership is a gift that is sure to please.

- Desiree

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This Week on Dell Deal of the Day from Become.com

Katie — Mon, 09 Nov 2009 18:35:17 +0000

If you haven’t added Become.com’s Dell Deal of the Day as one of your favorite sites, now is the time. We have a variety of great deals lined up this week that you won’t want to miss.

November 9: Upgrade your desktop workstation with a Dell UltraSharp 2007FP 20 inch Flat Panel Monitor. It has a height adjustable stand so it will be comfortable for any user. The slim, black and silver design will fit into any home or office, and it has 1600×1200 pixel resolution, 16 ms response time, and a contrast ratio of 800:1 for ultimate clarity. This is a great option to replace a smaller or older screen or add a second monitor to your desk and double your work area. Right now, you can get this monitor at a discount of $20, so check it out today!

November 10: You can get a huge discount of $60 on the Dell Multifunction Monochrome Laser Printer 1125 – that’s about 25% off regular price! It will take care of all of your printing, copying, faxing and scanning needs with the quality and efficiency of Dell. It has a printing speed of up to 21 pages per minute, a Dell Toner Management system to monitor and notify you of toner levels, and an Automatic Document Feeder to accommodate up to 30 pages for copying and faxing. With its easy-to-use interface, this is a perfect solution for your office.

November 11: Printing your photos out at home is much easier than making several trips to drop off and pick them up, but you don’t need to compromise the quality of your prints. Stock up on ZINK Photo Paper at a discount of almost half off regular price and be prepared to print all of your holiday photos. The Semi-Gloss Photo Paper is smudge proof, water resistant and tear resistant and is made to resist fading, so your photos will have lasting durability. It also has adhesive backing so it can be used for quick and easy scrapbooking. This offer is for a 48 count pack of 2”x3” sheets, and is designed for use with a Wasabi PZ310 Photo Printer.

We have a lot of great deals lined up for this week, so check out Dell Deal of the Day from Become.com each morning for more information on these products.

-Katie

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Gifts for your Sony PSP go Video Gamer

Katie — Sat, 07 Nov 2009 01:10:11 +0000

This holiday season, make sure your favorite gamer has one of the newest portable gaming systems available: the Sony PSP go. This fancy little device is one of the best out there and allows you to take games, movies, TV shows and more on-the-go. My cousin was always the “Master of Video Games” growing up, so I know he will love unwrapping one of these. After doing some research I found that there are a few things that would really make it a complete gift.

Sony PSPgo System: I’d say the actual device is a pretty important piece to the puzzle. It has 16GB of built in memory to hold all media you download from the PlayStation Network, and a 3.8in color LCD widescreen with great pixel resolution. It slides open to reveal the controls which keeps it compact yet still comfortable to use. Bluetooth and Wi-Fi capabilities enable you to use the PSPgo for much more than just watching shows or playing games; you can browse the web, connect with friends and keep track of social networks.

Sony PSPgo Headset: A headset will allow you to fully experience your PSPgo even while in public areas. The In-Ear Headset from Sony has a built-in microphone so you can communicate with other players online or use Skype and connect with friends.

Sony PSPgo Cables: So unwrapping wires and cords probably isn’t the most exciting thing, but make sure your gamer has all the cables they will need to utilize all the features of the device. It should come with the USB cable needed to connect to the computer, but an A/V cable would allow television connectivity so you can watch all of your movies and TV shows on a larger screen.

Sony PSPgo Cradle: If you’re using the PSPgo for watching movies or TV, plug it into a cradle which acts as a docking station. It will charge your device as well as sync it with your computer, so it is an accessory that will definitely make life easier – which means it is a great gift!

Sony PSPgo Case: Make sure all of these accessories stay organized and include a carrying case with your gift. It will provide protection for the device and allow your gift recipient to take it anywhere safely and securely.

This is a great gift set for any video gamer and personally I can’t wait to see my cousin open up item after item! You don’t have to buy it all; pick a few accessories that you think they’ll use most and I guarantee they will be thrilled.

Look forward to more great gift ideas on Be Connected for all of the tech lovers in your life!

-Katie

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Ultra-thin Dell Adamo Laptop

John — Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:05:39 +0000

A laptop is a device that is built for convenience and portability. It’s a substitute to a desktop PC and helps professionals and students stay connected and remain productive when they’re not home or in the office. Nobody wants to carry around a heavy laptop that takes up a significant amount of space, so selecting a laptop that is lightweight is vital for your convenience during travel. A device like the Dell Adamo laptop is an ideal selection to achieve convenience and save yourself space in your laptop bag. The Adamo weighs in at roughly 4 lbs and has a height of 0.65-inches to rival Apple’s Macbook Air as the thinnest laptop in the world.

For those who enjoy staying connected and doing work in a coffee shop or library, the Dell Adamo laptop should be seriously considered. It’s sleek, features an aluminum body with a 13-inch screen, offers a minimal design, and comes in black and white options. In addition to its impressive outer features, its tech specs include a 1.2GHz Intel Core 2 Duo processor, 2GB of DDR2 memory, a 64GB SSD hard drive, and a Windows Vista Premium operating system.

With the shopping season and Black Friday coming up, the Dell Adamo laptop would make a great gift for your child or significant other who is in the market for a new laptop. For additional Dell electronics, like a printer, monitor, or accessories, Dell Deals provides you with great products at remarkable savings. Check back everyday to take advantage of each of the Dell coupon codes.

-John

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